World Cup 2026 form
| Match | Min | Rating | G | A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs Cabo Verde | 87 | 8.7 ★ | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Saudi Arabia | 90 | 8.2 | 0 | 0 | |
| vs Uruguay | 90 | 6.9 | 0 | 0 |
Rodri won the 2024 Ballon d'Or — the first Manchester City player to do so — after anchoring both Pep Guardiola's Premier League-winning side and Spain's Euro 2024 triumph. The deepest of deep-lying midfielders, he controls tempo, screens the defence, and distributes with a simplicity that disguises how difficult his role actually is. A serious knee injury sustained in September 2024 cast doubt over his availability for the World Cup, making his fitness the single most consequential question surrounding Spain's squad. When fit, he is the axis around which both club and country function — his absence is not something either can easily absorb.
Madrid, Spain · 1996-06-22
Career
Manchester City2019 – present
Atletico Madrid2018
Villarreal2015 – 2017Frequently asked questions
How old is Rodri?
Rodri is 29 years old (born 1996-06-22).
What club does Rodri play for?
Rodri plays for Manchester City and represents Spain.
What position does Rodri play?
Rodri plays as a Midfielder, wearing #16.
How has Rodri performed at the 2026 World Cup?
Rodri has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 7.93 at the 2026 World Cup.